Transportation Director

To The Rescue • Cedar Rapids, IA

2h • Hybrid

About The Position

To The Rescue is seeking a Transportation Director to lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of our Transportation Division. This role is responsible for fleet management, driver oversight, safety, and operational performance, ensuring individuals we serve have reliable and safe transportation. You’ll play a key leadership role in building a strong team, improving processes, and supporting organizational growth. If you’re a hands-on leader who can balance people leadership, logistics, and compliance, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven organization.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements
• Ability to operate company vehicles, including non-CDL 15-passenger vans/buses
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and ability to learn scheduling and timekeeping systems

Nice To Haves

• Experience in transportation, fleet management, or logistics leadership
• Familiarity with safety programs, compliance standards, and auditing practices
• Experience working in human services, healthcare, or a mission-driven organization

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the Transportation Division to meet organizational goals
• Collaborate with executive leadership to support strategic growth and service delivery
• Develop and implement processes, policies, and procedures to improve efficiency and performance
• Create and execute action plans to meet departmental and organizational objectives
• Hire, train, coach, and evaluate transportation staff, including drivers
• Ensure all employees complete required training throughout their role
• Provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and performance management
• Partner with HR on staffing, employee relations, and retention efforts
• Oversee the full fleet of company vehicles, including vans and buses
• Ensure routine maintenance, inspections, and necessary repairs are completed
• Provide recommendations on fleet needs, replacements, and improvements
• Perform minor vehicle maintenance as needed
• Lead and enforce transportation safety programs and best practices
• Serve as a liaison for risk management, identifying and mitigating potential risks
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and billing requirements
• Maintain knowledge of relevant laws, safety standards, and privacy regulations

Benefits

• Leadership role with meaningful impact on daily operations and community services
• Opportunity to build and lead a growing transportation team
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed